Bridging Art and Design with Technology

This book explores the intersection of art, design, and technology, revealing how new technological innovations are transforming creative practices and opening up new artistic expressions. The book offers a broad context of the ethical and social ramifications of technology-enhanced art and design, addressing issues of privacy and responsible application of interdisciplinary technology in the creative process. It also discusses how artists and designers use technology as part of their response to social and political challenges and as their opinion on current social change. Consisting of selected proceedings papers from the International Conference of Art, Design and Technology (ICADT 2024), the volume begins by examining the historical context of art and technology, detailing key developments that have shaped contemporary creative practices. It also investigates how digital tools and techniques are altering traditional art forms, such as painting, sculpture, and photography. The authors use case studies and deep analysis to portray how technology has encouraged artistic expression to flourish, resulting in entirely new art forms and mediums. In design, the book describes how technology has been channelled into design thinking and problem-solving, with computer-aided design software making design processes more complex. It also discusses how new materials, 3D printing, and parametric design push the boundaries of possibility in product design, industrial design, and architecture. Interactive experiences and immersive environments can transform anything, with VR, AR, and mixed reality turning storytelling and exhibition design on their head. The book provides a valuable aesthetic computing resource for future artists, designers, educators, researchers, and anyone interested in the profound impact of technology on the realm of creativity.

Amic G. Ho, PhD is a design scholar, researcher and communication designer. His research focuses on the integrative and interdisciplinary realms of emotion, art and design, specifically addressing emotional concerns throughout the creative process. Dr Ho aims to develop holistic experiences that connect art, design, education and technology by emphasising emotion as a central perspective.

With a PhD in Design Studies and an MEd and MDes, Dr Ho has published extensively across academic books, journals, and conference proceedings. His secured research grants have enabled him to lead collaborative projects funded by local and international bodies, resulting in impactful findings and applications. His editorial experience includes serving as a book series editor. Dr Ho’s scholarly contributions extend to serving as Chair and Editor for the served as conference chair and advisory board at different International Conferences.

Since 2018, Dr Ho has held an academic leadership role as programme leader for two BFA (Hons) programmes. In this role, he is responsible for designing and maintaining the curriculum while supervising a diverse team of educators. He is experienced in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate creative courses, employing inquiry-based and emotion-focused pedagogical strategies, and remains committed to advancing knowledge and fostering academic excellence.

Participating in various design competitions, Dr Ho has received several accolades, including the Special Awards from the Korean Society of Design Science at their International Invitational Exhibition in 2016 and 2017 and the Graduate Scholar Award at the 4th International Conference on Design Principles and Practices in 2010.